balancing

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English

Definitions

verb

To bring (items) to an equipoise, as the scales of a balance by adjusting the weights.
To make (concepts) agree.
To hold (an object or objects) precariously; to support on a narrow base, so as to keep from falling.“I balanced my mug of coffee on my knee.”
To compare in relative force, importance, value, etc.; to estimate.

noun

An action wherein someone balances or something is balanced

Related words

Synonyms

reconciliation counterbalance counterbalancing balancer set-off countervailing offsetting equilibration equipoise equilibrium rebalancing weighing weighted equalization distribution combining

Associated

balanced vibration balance load conflicting budget reservoir valves server interests loop grid

Rhymes

counterbalancing rebalancing balance hung

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